CCGPS Coordinate Algebra Unit 2: Reasoning with Equations & Inequalities; Systems

Volume 1 Issue 2

References Dear Parents:

Holt Mathematics Course 3 Text Connection: Chapter 11: Lesson 6 Chapter 12: Lesson 7 Extension

Below you will find a list of concepts that your child will use and understand while completing Unit 2 Systems. Also included are references, vocabulary and examples that will help you assist your child at home.

Concepts Students will Use and Understand

Given a problem in context, write an appropriate system of linear equations or inequalities. Solve systems of equations graphically and algebraically, using technology as appropriate. Graph the solution set of a system of linear inequalities in two variables. Interpret solutions in problem contexts.

Holt Mathematics Course 3 Text Online: http://go.hrw.com/r esources/go_mt/hm 3/so/c3ch11bso.pdf

Vocabulary
common.

Coefficients: a numerical factor in a term of an algebraic expression. Intersecting Lines: lines that have one point in common or all points in Linear Combination Method: a technique for solving a system of

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equations that involves combining two equations in order to eliminate one of the variables and solving for the remaining variable. Adding, subtracting, or multiplying a system of equations to help solve the system.

Substitution Method: a technique for solving a system of equations that

involves replacing one variable with an equivalent expression and solving for the remaining variable.

System of Linear Equations: two or more equations that together

define a relationship between variables usually in a problem situation. A system of equations can have no solution, one solution, or many solutions.

System of Inequalities: two or more inequalities that together define a

relationship between variables usually in a problem situation. A system of inequalities can have no solution or multiple solutions

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CCGPS CA Unit 2 Systems

Symbols
< Less than

Example 1
Solve the system of equations using any method you choose. 2x + y= 7 x 3y= 0

Less than or equal to

> Greater than to

Greater than or equal

Example 2
Solve the system of inequalities by graphing: 4 y > x+4 7 y 2x+4

Example 3
A soccer team is scheduled to play 14 games during a season. Their coach estimates that it needs at least 20 points to make the playoffs. A win is worth 2 points and a tie is worth 1 point. Write a system of inequalities and determine how many ways there are for the team to make the playoffs.

Links:
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Key
Example 1 (3,1) Example 2

Example 3 The two inequalities are: 2w + y 20 and w + y 14 . The solution region contains 25 combinations for the team to make the playoffs.